FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the FujiFilm AX350 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AX350 was announced 13 months prior to the WG-2 GPS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the AX350 scores vs the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
AX350 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the FujiFilm AX350
WG-2 GPS | AX350 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
AX350 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 enjoys outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm AX350 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the AX350 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and WG-2 GPS is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AX350 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged AX350 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Also referred to as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 198g (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $300 |